Alias/CATIA/UG NX Class “A” Surface Sculptor

Cresttek is a subsidiary of American Hydrostatics, a 25 year old company focusing on manufacturing and distribution of Fluid Power equipment. Cresttek was conceived by industry experts with over 20 years of experience in providing services to global clientele in Industrial Manufacturing

Alias/CATIA/UG NX Class “A” Surface Sculptor • Responsible for creating Class “A” Surface data for scale and full size exterior and interior models of proposed corporate products. - Work involves a considerable amount of creativity and initiative. - Exercise wide latitude for independent judgment with only moderate supervision given by management.

- Single point of contact for design management - Lead contract modeler team - Strong ability to translate sketches into finessed model with minimal design direction - Create multi-media visual presentations, with high impact renderings and graphics - Intuitive to new technology and applying them to improve existing techniques - Create 2D and 3D graphic collages, studio documents - Aid in design and engineering problem solving - Uses related digital equipment - Creates new and improves existing digital models using other software programs - Produces finished data, renderings, and animations to specification - Assists studio personnel in developing solutions to engineering and design problems. - Coordinates input from internal and external customer to better understand customer needs and or perceptions - Keeps abreast of current product developments and trends in area of expertise - Actively identifies new areas for learning and takes advantage of learning opportunities

- Expert and Fast – dedicated professional Alias Modeler. Previous employment as a Clay Modeler will be viewed positively. - Previous production vehicle manufacturer experience. - Proactive communicator who work exceptionally well with and for the direction of the Creative Designer and Studio Engineers - Day-to-Day Responsibilities INCLUDE – Develop Alias or CATIA or UG NX surface for Advanced Concepts and Production Themes. Work closely with Creative Designers and Studio Engineers. - Day to Day responsibilities DO NOT INCLUDE – Do not include concept sketching or personal creative theme development or submissions, do not include development of animations. - We do not want a person who wants to be a Creative Designer. We want a professional Digital Sculptor. - Background – Ideally the candidate will have a strong Alias background. We also will highly value clay sculpting experience. - Able to demonstrate a portfolio of “A” class surface development across a wide variety of automotive related projects. - Ideally worked in a production environment with a good understanding of engineering issues. - Fast and committed. We do not need someone who aspires to be a creative designer. - We need a strong professional Alias designer who knows how to develop surface, highlights and resolve issues. - They must be a proactive communicator and work exceptionally well with the Creative Designer. - Knowledge in MS Office - Knowledge in Sketcher, Photoshop, Illustrator, Maya and Bunkspeed - Strong communication (oral and written) skills to effectively explain and resolve difficult situations to staff and management - Demonstrated ability to work independently and with others - Ability to work effectively with business partners to meet established goals and objectives - Strong problem solving and analytical skills to effectively develop solutions to engineering and design issues - Highly developed leadership skills to occasional give instruction and train other modeling personnel - Strong leadership ability to lead and direct a project - Ability to work under tight timelines and handle multiple assignments - Strong ability to create production math models (i.e. die pulls, draft angles, stitching, part breakups, etc.) using high tolerance specifications. - Ability to create accurate math models from scan data - Ability to create high quality photorealistic renderings - Creative background with strong emphasis in Graphics and Digital Applications - Areas of expertise and knowledge in rapid prototyping and Unigraphics (UG) or CATIA, Surfacing Class A, Surfacing Class B, Animation and Alias **Required Education:** - Bachelor’s Degree with a major in Industrial Design or equivalent experience